{"id":4118,"date":"2018-03-05T09:47:02","date_gmt":"2018-03-05T14:47:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.3riversarchery.com\/blog\/?p=4118"},"modified":"2022-09-19T13:11:31","modified_gmt":"2022-09-19T18:11:31","slug":"how-to-use-arrow-weight-systems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.3riversarchery.com\/blog\/how-to-use-arrow-weight-systems\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Use Arrow Weight Systems"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Different Types of weight systems<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Arrow weight is a major factor affecting the behavior of your bow’s performance. Depending on the results you hope to achieve, you may want to change the overall weight of a finished arrow. Target archers are generally looking for speed to decrease the arc of the arrow\u2019s flight. On the other hand, bowhunters often prefer a heavier arrow that increases momentum and results in better penetration on big game.<\/p>\n

There are many choices to help you achieve the proper arrow weight for your specific archery needs. Changing shafts, adding weight tubes, and using insert weight systems are just a few ways to alter a finished arrow weight. Keep in mind that anything changed on an arrow has an impact on the dynamic spine, which changes how it shoots from your bow. Dynamic spine is the flexing of an arrow during arrow flight as it clears the riser of the bow. A weak arrow will flex too much and an arrow that is too stiff won’t flex enough.<\/p>\n

The arrow spine selected needs to be correct in order to have the arrow fly properly and hit where you are aiming. It may take some fine tuning by adjusting arrow weight to get the best performance. Adding weight to the front of an arrow will have a significant effect weakening an arrow\u2019s dynamic spine as it changes the amount of force needed to push the arrow. Using weight tubes distributes the added weight over the entire length of the arrow and changes the dynamic spine minimally.<\/p>\n

Methods of changing overall arrow weight:<\/h2>\n
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Carbon Express Piledriver Shaft<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Shafts:<\/h2>\n

The first step is selecting the proper weight shaft for the desired results. Even though the static spine is the same, many manufacturers will offer models in different GPI (grains per inch). By calculating the GPI for a finished arrow length and combining the weight of all the components, you can get a close idea what to expect for a finished arrow weight.<\/p>\n

There are specifically designed shafts for target shooting with a low GPI, like the Carbon Express Maxima Pro RZ carbon arrow shafts. These shafts help take out some of the guesswork for aiming by providing a flat shooting arrow. On the other hand, some shafts offer a heavy GPI for hunting; like the Carbon Express PileDriver DS Hunter shafts\u00a0and will aid in penetration for the hunter. Tapered shafts, such as the GrizzlyStik Momentum TDT carbon arrow shafts\u00a0are made with weight forward of center (FOC). Using FOC to your advantage offers better penetration for hunting situations.<\/p>\n

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3Rivers Archery Weight Tubes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Weight Tubes:<\/h2>\n

Weight tubes offer a simple, yet effective way to add weight to an arrow. They provide more momentum with a minimal effect on dynamic spine. Offered in three, five, or eight GPI; weight tubes may be the solution to add weight without having to buy new arrows.<\/p>\n